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Memory + Geography = Mission?

What does memorising flags have to do with mission? I'm glad you asked.

Two weeks ago NZCMS released a pamphlet on Valentine's Day that aimed to bless those our Mission Partners were serving across the world. There were various options. One was that you could donate $10 to support children's Bible clubs in the Philippines. Another was to buy books for those waiting in a Cambodian hospital. Or you could help buy sewing machines for women in South Asia. Enter William, a six year old boy who noticed this last option and began to think about how he could help.

After throwing around a few ideas of how he might raise the money with his Dad, Zane, they settled on combining William’s love of mission with his passion for world geography. Now, William is currently working on memorising as many country's flags as he can and is receiving a sponsorship from friends and family for each flag that he memorises. A number of people have also made one off donations towards his efforts and he has already raised enough for a sewing machine which costs a total of $200! William is now pursuing another $200 and seems to be well on his way as he is yet to receive any money for his 'per-flag pledges'. The fruit of his dedication will be revealed on a live feed video on Easter Sunday in which he will recite the name behind as many flags as he can. William was very clear when asked why he wanted to begin this fundraising effort.

"Because the ladies in Pakistan might not have many clothes, so they can sew some and maybe they can even donate them to other people. They might want to join NZCMS too."

William's Dad hopes and prays that his son will be an encouragement for other young families to see that we can all make talking and praying for Mission Partners a part of daily life. Though Valentine's Day is over, the love God calls us to display to others is a daily commission. You can donate to the Valentine's Day project still. Contact the NZCMS office and we will assist you in ways you can do this.